The Big Ten Conference has celebrated exceptional athletic achievements from Wisconsin, Penn State, and Minnesota, highlighting their remarkable performances in cross country. This week’s Big Ten Weekly Honors recognize the dedication and success of these student-athletes, each making significant contributions to their teams.
Men’s Cross Country Athlete of the Week: Bob Liking, Wisconsin
Wisconsin senior Bob Liking has earned the prestigious title of Men’s Cross Country Athlete of the Week. Competing in the Sean Earl Lakefront Invite, Liking showcased his skill by finishing seventh general, completing the 8K course in an impressive 22:59.1. The Health Promotion and Health Equity major from St. Charles, Illinois, played a pivotal role in Wisconsin’s team victory, which saw the Badgers overcome strong contenders, including No. 10 Alabama and No. 14 Butler.
Men’s Cross Country Freshman of the Week: Nick Sloff, Penn State
Penn State redshirt freshman Nick Sloff claimed the Men’s Cross Country Freshman of the Week honor for his outstanding debut performance. Sloff, an Architectural Engineering major, finished his first 8K race as a Nittany Lion in 24:27.4 at the Lehigh Paul Short Run. His determination and skill earned him 59th place in general, setting a strong foundation for future success in collegiate competition.
Women’s Cross Country Athlete of the Week: Ali Weimer, Minnesota
Minnesota junior Ali Weimer achieved Women’s Cross Country Athlete of the Week recognition after a stellar performance at the Loyola Lakefront Invitational. Hailing from Saint Michael, Minnesota, the Sociology major delivered a personal-best 6K time of 19:46.80, marking the second-best 6K performance in Minnesota’s history. Her ninth-place finish helped the Gophers secure third place general, triumphing over ranked teams such as No. 29 Texas and No. 10 Wisconsin.
Big Ten Championships (image via Getty)Women’s Cross Country Freshman of the Week: Isabelle Schmitz, Minnesota
Freshman Isabelle Schmitz, also from Minnesota, was honored as the Women’s Cross Country Freshman of the Week. The Hutchinson, Minnesota native achieved a lifetime best of 20:47.2 in the 6K race at the Loyola Lakefront Invitational, securing 50th place general. Notably, she was the highest-placing Big Ten freshman at the event, underscoring her potential as a rising star in the sport.
Big Ten Cross Country Awards Highlight Outstanding Talent
These Big Ten Weekly Honors celebrate the resilience, commitment, and talent of these athletes as they continue to excel in cross country. From seasoned seniors like Bob Liking to promising freshmen like Isabelle Schmitz, their contributions reflect the depth of skill and hard work within the Big Ten.
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